LBC News
Where The News Never Stops
LBC News is a UK rolling news radio station from the LBC and Global family, built around fast updates, breaking stories, headlines, business, travel, weather and sport. It is designed for listeners who want news quickly and regularly, without the longer phone-in debates that define the main LBC station.
About LBC News
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Frequencies & locations:
- London AM – LBC News broadcasts on 1152 AM in London.
- DAB Digital Radio – LBC News is available nationally on DAB Digital Radio across the UK.
- Online – Listen to LBC News live online through Radio Player UK.
LBC News has a different job from LBC. The main LBC service is built around presenter-led opinion, calls and long-form conversation, while LBC News is closer to a rolling news service. It gives listeners regular updates on UK and world stories, business, travel, weather and sport in a tighter, more bulletin-led format.
The station is useful for listeners who want to stay across the news agenda without committing to a full talk-radio programme. Its format suits mornings, workdays, commuting, breaking news moments and quick checks through the day, especially when the listener wants headlines and updates rather than extended debate.
As part of the wider LBC network, LBC News benefits from a strong news brand while keeping a clear identity of its own. The station’s published line-up includes regular news presenters and rolling news blocks, giving it a more direct and information-led feel than personality-driven speech radio.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Steve Holden: Steve Holden hosts LBC News' fast-paced mid-morning programme, covering the major stories of the day with regular updates and rolling news.
- Jim Diamond: Jim Diamond is part of the LBC News weekday schedule, presenting afternoon rolling news coverage with UK and world updates.
- John Stratford: John Stratford presents weekday LBC News programming, keeping listeners updated through the later afternoon and early evening.
- Non-stop News: A core LBC News programme block focused on the latest from LBC News reporters across the UK and around the world.
- Andrew Peach: Andrew Peach is listed among LBC News catch-up presenters, bringing a clear news-led style to the station’s rolling coverage.
- Charlotte Lynch: Charlotte Lynch is part of the LBC News catch-up line-up, contributing to the station’s regular news updates and presenter-led bulletins.
- David Harper: David Harper is listed in LBC News catch-up programming, supporting the station’s rolling news and bulletin-led output.
- James Hanson: James Hanson appears in LBC News catch-up programming, with shows focused on news updates and current affairs coverage.
- Jonathan Ray: Jonathan Ray is part of the LBC News catch-up line-up, contributing to the station’s rolling news service.
- Pip Tomson: Pip Tomson is listed among LBC News presenters, bringing news-led broadcasting and regular updates to the schedule.
- Sandy Warr: Sandy Warr appears in LBC News catch-up programming, supporting the station’s mix of bulletins, rolling news and current affairs updates.
- Simon Conway: Simon Conway is listed as part of LBC News catch-up, contributing to the station’s news-led schedule.
- Vanessa Baffoe: Vanessa Baffoe appears in LBC News catch-up programming, with a role in the station’s rolling news and update-led output.
Contact Information
Studio email:
customer.support@global.com
Studio:
0345 60 60 973
Postal address:
LBC News
30 Leicester Square
London
WC2H 7LA
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lbc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lbc
X / Twitter: https://x.com/LBCNews
LBC News FAQ
What type of station is LBC News?
LBC News is a UK rolling news station covering UK and world news, business, travel, weather, sport and breaking stories.
Can I listen to LBC News live on Radio Player UK?
Yes. You can listen to LBC News live on Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
Is LBC News the same as LBC?
No. LBC is mainly built around presenter-led talk, opinion and phone-ins, while LBC News focuses on rolling news updates and bulletin-led coverage.
How can I contact LBC News?
You can contact LBC using the studio number 0345 60 60 973, text 84850, or use Global customer support on 0333 200 2000.
Where is LBC News based?
LBC News is part of Global and is based at 30 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7LA.